Round Mustang Trekking

Pokhara > Jomsom > Lo-manthang > Kagbeni

Trip Overview

The Mustang trekking is also called the upper Mustang trekking, is an exotic tour to unspoiled Tibetan villages on the other side of Nepalese Himalaya bordering with Tibet. The main highlights of Mustang trekking are antique Tibetan villages, rare medieval Buddhist arts, the exotic culture and the unique beauty of the Himalayan desert. The medieval settlement of Upper Mustang and its capital Lo Manthang lie in the remote Himalayan desert behind the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna mountains.

Foreigners were not allowed to enter Upper Mustang until 1992. Upper Mustang is not much in contact with rest of Nepal, and keeps an aura of a remote, mysterious and unusual land, which is one of the unique charms of the Mustang trekking. Geographically the land is an extension of the Tibetan plateau, characterized by windy and dry valleys, eroded canyons and unique stratified rock formations .The people in Upper Mustang are of Tibetan origin, migrated from Tibet centuries ago, and belong to Bhotias and Loba communities. They practice Sakyapa school of Tibetan Buddhism. Upper Mustang is perhaps the only place to see Tibetan culture in completely undisturbed state. The houses and monasteries in here have medieval look and unique local architecture. Mostly they are built with stone and sun baked mud bricks. People mostly grow potatoes, buck wheat and barley. It is a land covering about 2600 sq km in area and 6000 people.

All their festivals are religious in nature, the Tiji festival being the biggest. This small medieval kingdom in the vast desert is ruled by a local king .The capital called Lo Manthang, a walled complex with the houses of local nobilities and monasteries will be one of the main attractions of Mustang trekking. Recently in 2007, an international team of explorers have discovered invaluable objects of cultural and historical importance in Upper Mustang caves.

In high caves requiring technical climbing they have discovered beautiful historical objects and Buddhist murals, dating back to, according to them around 800 years ago. The Mustang trekking will reward you with a rare visit to a place perfectly untouched by modernity, preserving its ancient Buddhist culture, traditions and invaluable art objects in high Himalayan desert. Those having longer holiday can extend their Mustang trekking beyond Lo Manthang and visit these caves and further explore the region visiting many of its ancient monasteries and cultural resources. A short 25 minute flight takes us from Pokhara to Jomsom. Hiking along the Kaligandaki gorge, the deepest in the world; we head for medieval village of Kagbeni. The trail north of Kagbeni leads to the Mustang trekking .Depending on our itinerary. Kagbeni have a police check post where we will show the special permits for Mustang trekking as well as all the equipments for the trekking to Upper Mustang the long-forbidden region of Nepal.

Trip Itinerary :

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu.
Day 02: Sightseeing around Kathmandu.
Day 03: Kathmandu drive to Pokhara (820m.).
Day 04: Pokhara flight to Jomsom & trek to Kagbeni (2800m).
Day 05: Kagbeni trek to Chele (3000m).
Day 06: Chele to Syangboche (3800m).
Day 07: Syangboche trek to Charang (Tsarang) 3650m.
Day 08: Charang trek to Lo Manthang (3760m).
Day 09: Lo-Manthang Excursion.
Day 10: Lo-Manthang trek to Yara (3580m).
Day 11: Yara Visit Lori Gompa.
Day 12: Yara trek to Tange (3320m).
Day 13: Tange – Tetang (3100m).
Day 14: Tetang to Muktinath (3800m).
Day 15: Muktinath trek to Jomsom (2700m).
Day 16: Jomsom Flight to Pokhara (820m).
Day 17: Pokhara drive tourist bus/flight to Kathmandu.
Day 18: Bhaktapur & Patan sightseeing and return.
Day 19: Free day in Kathmandu for shopping or relax.
Day 20: Drive to Airport for flying your own destination.

Note :- If above program itinerary that don’t suit to you and wish to modify above itinerary then please let us know and we’ll be happy to create a tailor made itinerary especially for you. It is also possible to combines above trip with Jungle safari, rafting, Mountain flight or with any travel plans, just shares your interested with us. We will design and arrange your holiday accordingly.

Price For The Trip: The total cost for the trek or tour you decide you want to do will depend on several different factors. The type of accommodation you prefer in Kathmandu will make a difference to the overall cost (budget to 5 star accommodations). The mode of transport you prefer will also affect the cost of your package, for example prices vary greatly between flying versus private car/van, tourist or local buses. The camping trek and teahouse trek made a difference in the cost. The number of guides and porters required will also affect the total cost of your trek. For these reasons, the same trek / tour can vary in price quite substantially.

Tea-house Lodge Trek Cost Includes:

All land transportation: Airport /Hotel/Airport & trekking pick up & drop.
1 Full day 4/5 hours sightseeing with professional English speaking tour guide & temple entry fees.
4 Night’s hotel accommodation in Kathmandu at Bed & Breakfast basis.
3 Major meals; B/L/D (by Lodge menu) and accommodation at best available teahouse lodge during the trek en-route.
1 English speaking trekking guide, necessary Sherpa & Porters.
Life insurance for all support crews and their daily wages.
Per member 25 Kg. luggage allow while in the trekking.
Trekking Permit and conservation Fees.
Medical Kit Box for Nepali support crews.
All official taxes and service charge.

Camping Trek Cost Includes:

All land transportation: Airport /Hotel/Airport & trekking pick up & drop.
1 Full day 4/5 hours sightseeing with professional English speaking tour guide & temple entry fees.
4 Night’s hotel accommodation in Kathmandu at Bed & Breakfast basis.
All 3 major meals Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner (provide continental food) and accommodation in tented camp during the trek en-route.
1 English speaking trekking guide, 1 Cook, Kitchen boys, necessary Sherpa & Porters.
Life insurance for all support crews and their daily wages.
Per member 25 Kg. luggage allow while in the trekking.
Trekking Permit and conservation Fees.
Medical Kit Box for Nepali support crews.
All official taxes and service charge.

The Cost Doesn’t Include:

Personal transportation except above programs.
Major meals lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
Personal trekking gears as well as sleeping bags.
Personal Nature expenses.
Emergency evacuation (If incase).
Drinks except tea and coffee.
Airfare: to & from your country.
Nepal entry, re-entry visa fees & international airport departure taxes.
Personal travel insurance.
Tips for the trekking crews.